Princi Italia - Dallas

I had a business lunch here. Quite nice. Great food. Great service. Quick service. Very reasonable lunch prices, especially for such fresh, chef-prepared food.

Appetizer three meatballs and two slices of bread $18. 🤦🏾 Chicken spaghetti $25. 🤦🏾. I just don't like spending money like that. I was invited so I just got something on the appetizer the cheapest. I think it's ludicrous. Next time I will be saying no thank you to the invitation if we're going here.

Took my wife to this restaurant, food was flavorful and palatable. I had a three course dinner and everything was appetizing. The atmosphere of this restaurant complements the food, the lighting decor cleanliness and service were fenomenal. We were able to have a conversation at a normal tone of voice without been disruptive. It is a restaurant that I will recommend and definitely will come back!

I’m so lucky to work right next to this place. The food is always so good, they staff is very sweet and knowledgeable and they’re very good listeners when it comes to taking requests and wanting to customize your pizza or dish when possible. This place also gets really busy yet every time I go I manage to get seated super fast… but maybe it’s because I always go alone which is kinda sad, I’ll try next time with a friend. The pastas are also incredible, I just never get full with the ravioli so I have to get much more 🫣 I always get a margarita mixed with something else and this time I got the figs pizza which was amazing. It is a touch sweet and savory so you definitely have to like that. I did!

Ate here today and I only have wonderful things to say about this restaurant. My friend and I had the caprese salad and the fig and gorgonzola pizza. The food was out of this world—the pizza dough was light and fluffy with the best flavor and the caprese was a wonderful combination of different flavors. Our waitress was Mona and she was so attentive, personable all while being quick and helpful. 100% recommend this restaurant. Go eat there—you won’t regret it whatsoever.

Came by for a late lunch. Our server was great and we started with the garlic flatbread and Italian wedding soup. Enjoyed both, they were very light. We waited quite a while for our entrees, the Orecchiette and the penne arrabbiata. Both looked very good but to my surprise the orecchiette had absolutely no seasoning, not a pinch of salt. Tasted like boiled noddles and olive oil. Unfortunately I didn’t send it back because we didn’t have time to wait any further. I decided to take it home and try to season/eat it later. My husbands penne was very over cooked but had seasoning and flavor. Very disappointing birthday lunch.

My lunch at **Princi Italia** in Dallas was a **5-star experience** in every way. From the moment we walked in, the restaurant’s **clean, inviting ambiance** and the irresistible aroma of **fresh sauces and herbs** set the tone for a fantastic meal. We were seated promptly, and the service was exceptional. A standout was **Jose, the restaurant manager**, who went above and beyond to ensure our satisfaction. He personally checked on our table, asking how everything was and if there was anything else we needed. His attentiveness truly elevated our meal from just **good food** to a **memorable dining experience**. We started with the **Garlic Flatbread**—a crispy, flavorful masterpiece that had us all reaching for more. For our mains: - **My daughter** adored the **Rigatoni alla Vodka**, praising its creamy, well-balanced sauce. - **My niece** devoured her **Kids’ Spaghetti Bolognese**, a generous portion with rich, savory flavors. - **My Chicken Piccata** was perfection—tender, lemony, and paired with just the right amount of pasta. Between the **delicious food, warm atmosphere, and Jose’s outstanding hospitality**, Princi Italia has become a must-visit for us. We’ll absolutely be back!

Great place for a date or a single night out. Fresh pasta made daily is the best I've had thus far. Ambiance is low-key but still very nice. Great selection of wines if you're a vino conniesuer! Great service and friendly staff.

So this was a place we frequented on the regular and very much enjoyed when we lived in the area. We happened on it again today and were pleasantly surprised with the renovations they made. Very sexy chic I think for a neighborhood restaurant! Service is great and the cleanliness is notable. Their fresh bread is a delight to eat and their blood orange mimosas are light and fresh! Great start to our Sunday together!

Quite good Italian food at Preston Royal. There are lots of options in and around this area for Italian but we stopped here to try it out. We were not disappointed. Our server was extremely friendly and helpful. The chicken piccata and lasagna were both very good and filling. They have a decent wine selection with a number of Tuscans.

Arugula salad - so simple but my go to here. The seafood fra diavolo, mussels (seasonal), and sangria are additional options I would recommend. The pizza-wood fired- which is my style!

Sunday brunch on one of their buy one get one free day. my husband had the Barada salad and I had the French toast. Need to remind myself next time to say no powdered sugar.. nicely cooked bacon. Ameen provided excellent service.

Thank you for the great service Moriah! This definitely fit the bill for an early dinner and a quiet place to sit and reflect with a good glass of wine. Cheers!

Food was terribly over priced, nothing special about it. The ambiance is fantastic and so was the service, no complaints there.

Good service and great food. My favorite thing was the tomato and cheese salad. Not crowded on a weeknight. Family friendly.

This review is for take-out service only. On May 23, 2023 at 5:30 pm, we ordered 2 pizzas, gnocchi, and a salad for takeout. I arrived at the requested time, parked in one of two designated takeout parking places along Royal Lane, and called to inform the restaurant that I was there for my order. Then nothing. Ten minutes passed and no food was brought out to me. I called again to ask the status of my order and told it would be right out. Still took another 5-7 minutes to bring out my order. Then, when I arrived home, I found that the pizza was soggy, the gnocchi was cold, and the lettuce in our salad was not fresh. Not a good experience.

I had an incredible dining experience at this restaurant! The tortellini with its rich cheese sauce was a true delight, especially when paired with the recommended flatbread. The braised short rib had a unique flavor, though the texture could have been a bit more tender. Nonetheless, the mushroom noodles were a highlight. The tiramisu for dessert was an absolute masterpiece, boasting a perfect balance of coffee flavor and creamy goodness. Joseph's service was impeccable. I wholeheartedly recommend this place!

The reviews are all over the place so wasn't sure what to expect. We ordered the calamari app, Veal parmigiana, and the gnocchi wild boar bolognese. MORE than enough food for two. We both agreed the marina sauce was PERFECTION! Everything was very good! Perfectly cooked and had great seasonings/flavor. Would definitely eat here again. Why it's not 5 stars, the server brought red wine instead of the white that was ordered. Had to keep asking for little things (silverware, extra plates for shared dishes etc)

My sister and I decided to come eat lunch here and were satisfied with the experience, but had a few concerns. We both got the lunch special and the caesar salad was the star of the meal. It is worth noting that it was served "deconstructed" which made it a bit difficult to eat. However, the dressing was perfect and the crouton added a satisfying crunch. The capellini marinara with one (1) meatball hit the spot, but left something to be desired. We finished off the meal with the tiramisu which was amazing! The staff was friendly, however they did take a while to get our orders and they gave us the wrong salads at first. The restaurant itself is beautiful and had a nice ambiance.

No reservations so no inside for you! A little tough in the Texas heat, but they have fans and shade so we gave it a go. It was tolerable only because of the breeze. Our bad, but in our defense, we had tried another place that did not take reservations and it had a 90 minute wait - we said no to that. Service by Justin was friendly and excellent. He was attentive, offered suggestions, and his recommendations proved to be great. Food was pretty good but can't say great. The pepperoni pizza had a good flavor, but the thin crust was not crisp, except slightly on the very edge. The wide boar gnocchi was ok, but probably would not order again. All enjoyed the Ceasar salads. No room for dessert this trip.

Come here regularly and it's always good and the service is too. It's decorated for Christmas and has a warm, neighbor hood feeling. Their truffle tortellini app is always my go to. It's small but such a treat. Their pasta dishes are fresh and delicious. Always consistent. I highly recommend.

The food is unique with wonderful Italian dishes. The hostesses and servers have all done a good job and made us feel welcome. It was absolutely wonderful. To sit outside relax and appreciate the world going by

Eat here a while back and thought it was great. Al dente pasta, nice flavors, good service. Last night, none of the above. Service was slow, which we could deal with if the food was right. We ordered a simple dish, Orecchiette with Sausage & Broccoli Rabe. It was bone dry so we asked the waiter and were told "it has no sauce." This is not true. It has a sauce made from Olive Oil, Pasta Water & Parmesan. They messed up & lied. Very disappointed.

If you're at the bar, Tommy is the best! I probably come to Princi 1-2 times a month and it never disappoints. For starters I get the Tortellini Fonduta, it's a great truffle sauce and good to share if you also get a flatbread or soup. Their mussels are amazing!!! Big enough to share as well but if you're a seafood lover you might eat the whole thing. The MLP pizza is my favorite but you can't go wrong with the other options. Get a reservation on the busier nights, it's decent sized but fills up quick.

I ordered a pizza which was meh. Undercooked and a little sloppy, would be better if they paid a little more attention to making it just right.

Really great food. I love the Cabo y Pepe and garlic bread the most and the outdoor seating is nice

My best advice: Ask for Justin. He raises the bar on customer experience. We are very discerning and a tough group. I came with my parents the night before Thanksgiving... The tables in the back of the restaurant in the corner toward the wine bar now are the best. We were fortunate enough to be seated there. Im with Amazon and 2 months ago had been to the location in Plano w Chewy Execs. We loved the meal and I raved about it to my parents and even brought home some of the pasta which they loved...Which made them want to come back... Which is ironically right by their house at Preston and Forest, so here we are at Thanksgiving and they brought us here tonight for a special pre-Thanksgiving dinner meal. My dad and mom are very discerning and my dad needed extra TLC during this meal. He expected the moon and Justin delivered. He was patient, empathetic, compassionate and kind. He finessed the ins and outs of the evening w/Grace and class! My parents left w a smile on their faces and happy customers. Justin was a major part of this experience! Justin accommodated every request and when there wasn't a simple yes/no answer, he proactively suggested an alternative solution. I'll say that the three cheese ravioli and salmon were delicious! Mouth watering and memorable. Thank you for the great experience and evening! .

I've been here 3 times this year and I might go back again but it won't be my first choice. Let's start with the good: The ambience is great and the drinks are well-made. Now for the not so good: This restaurant is Way overpriced, even by today's standards of elevated pricing. Last time I ordered the grilled salmon. It was cooked well and tasty. It came with risotto with peas. No complaints on taste. However it came to $32 and the entire dish could've probably fit on a standard tapas plate. I've never been one for the oversized portions that you see everywhere but for $32 I need more than a 5 inch piece of salmon and what amounted to Rice-A-Roni. Also, if you're there for dinner and it's crowded, good luck getting even a glass of wine less than 10 minutes. Not sure if it was just staffing issues on that night or what, but be prepared for finishing your appetizers before the drinks arrive. Lastly, it's already getting over 90 degrees outside and this restaurant's A/C apparently cannot keep up, at least when it's a packed house. I was in shorts and a polo as were my friends and we were all sweating through our clothes. The manager said there was nothing they could do, and we all know that the Texas summer is going to be a lot hotter than 90 degrees soon. All in all, although there are good points, I really can't justify paying these prices for so little, not so fancy food.

Our first time here was very good, before the 2019 tornado, and we were very impressed. Our second time (dine in), August 2020, not so much. Service was not very warm, we never even got a hello, or goodbye, thanks for coming. I've been leaving a minimum of 20% tip since the pandemic but this time I left 15% and that was probably generous. The food was mediocre. We liked the bruschetta but that was about it. My black pepper fettuccine did not taste like a composed dish. Every ingredient had its own flavor but they did not come together. Something was very bitter that overpowered everything else. The wife's veal also was odd. It came with a lot of sauce but nothing to soak it up, no bread, no pasta. She was not given a spoon. Was she supposed to leave the sauce? I asked for bread and they charged $5. Wow. I did not like the fact that tables are not social distanced. We were the only table in the restaurant and then someone else came and they were seated right next to us and the tables were not 6 feet apart. Overall, not a good experience and I doubt that we will return.

i used to love this restaurant when i was a kid, it had such good pizza and pasta. the ceasar was amazing with the crisp parm on top. now years later, it's not. today i tried the lobster pasta, it tasted bland though the seafood was good. service was good. calamari was good. ceaser had dry chicken though, croutons tasted like old bread that was toasted. the spicy vodka pasta flavor was just spicy, nothing more. i added chicken on top and it was dry. service was good though took a while due to full house.

Met a group there last night - everything was excellent from the appetizers to dishes to desserts to the service!! Will definitely be returning!!

First time here. Staff is friendly. Picked up to-go. Lasagna special. $21 for a very small piece. No bread. No side. Overload of basil. Luckily I like basil, husband does not. Will have to try something else.

Met up with some girlfriends for a quick glass of wine and appetizers. Very pleasant experience. The restaurant is an open concept - allowing the diner to feel like it is an intimate, earthy vibe. The wine list was good - pricey but a good selection. We shared a flatbread and had a couple glasses of wine - the bartender was attentive and overall, a very pleasant experience.

Had dinner here the other night and overall, it was a solid experience! Our server was Preston and he was awesome! Very kind and attentive throughout the dinner. For a starter, we got the 3 cheese flatbread, which was pretty good. My husband ordered the pasta arrabbiata and I got the wild boar gnocchi. He LOVED his dish. He's a huge fan of penne arrabbiata in general and thought this one was excellent. I also really enjoyed my dish although I probably will try something next time (not sure boar is my thing in general).

We went on a Sunday evening when visiting from out of town. We had a reservation and were seated promptly. The service was decent. The waiter tried a little too hard to be jovial. Maybe they want that vibe, but it really didn't land that well. He took our order fairly soon, but there was a long wait for the entrees. One of the four of us got a salad at the beginning, which came out pretty early, but it was a very long wait after that for the entrees to come out and the others in our party said their pasta was not very warm. I got the roasted Branzino with green beans. Both were well cooked and tasty, but seemed overpriced at $34 to not have a side salad, pasta side or even free bread for the table. The waiter asked if we wanted bread and we thought maybe not everyone does so it was just to be sure it was wanted and not a charge. We got the bread, which it turned out was $9 for what seemed to be a very thin 12 inch piece of pizza dough with a little parmesan and garlic butter on it. My husband had the Parmesan crusted chicken. The chicken was ok, but was too thick, so there was not a good ratio of crust to chicken and a little overcooked. It came with a pasta with a marinara type sauce. He thought from the description it would have been more of a crema rosa sauce, and he said a vegetable or salad would have made it seem like it was a better meal for the amount he was charged and would have been ok with a smaller portion of chicken and pasta for more variety. We go to much cheaper restaurants that at least have a small amount of an edible garnish like shredded beets, carrots and red cabbage that add a little something to the meal. It seems like more expensive restaurants want to monetize every part of the meal and makes it not feel very inviting. It wasn't a bad experience, but not anything that will make me vote for a return trip.

Went to Princi Italia with high hopes and recommendations. The food look great however it was bland. The service was underwhelming, we asked for a simple request for our 1 year old and the chef refused to make it. We were told no. And on top of it the manger came to ask how things were and we told him our issues. He just blew it off and lightly apologized and walked off. Didn't even try to make things right. I would avoid this place and go to any of the other great spots in the Preston and Royal area. We will not be returning to this restaurant.

I visited Princi Italia for dinner with a group of co-workers. Despite the 3.5-star average rating, I was hopeful about the meal because the menu read well. We did have to wait for a while for a table to open up as we had a larger group of 8. This probably could have been managed better as we did call in advance to be put on the list. Margarita and 3-Cheese Flatbreads - Both varieties were fine but nothing special. I would classify these as mini pizzas rather than flatbreads as they were round and the crust was on the thicker side. I will note that we still didn't have any napkins or silverware when our appetizers arrived. Pork Shank - The pork shank itself was tender but the risotto was visibly undercooked and there was hardly any pan jus. I requested more sauce but it took so long to come out that the rest of the table had finished their meals by the time I got it. This could have been a much better dish if it had been executed properly. Pros: Good wine selection. Cons: No reservations.

Butch was my waiter he was great. I had the best mixed drink (old-fashioned). It was perfectly sweet without being too sweet and wasn't too strong or bitter either it was perfect. My food was amazing. We all had a really good time here.

FIRE THE COOK!!! The atmosphere is nice, very nice looking, very clean and staff is friendly HOWEVER their food is an utter disappointment ESPECIALLY for the price. The food is BLAND!!!! Never been to an Italian restaurant and been so disappointed in the food until tonight. (We had multiple things and no one was impressed) On top of that no salad or breadsticks were served like in most Italian restaurants and we had ask for refills which I find annoying for the business to be so "classy" in appearance. Very obvious their bar is the ONLY reason people come. Plus the bathroom was out of TP.... and the dirty table to our right and behind us that was not cleared in the hour we were there...

Unusually disappointing all the way around. Food: I was not expecting the veal chop I was served. I expected a beautiful piece of meat, like a steak. The chop was beaten, and crusted like a chicken fried steak on a stick. Dry and lacking much flavor. The Caesar salad had such an odd sweet dressing. Again not anything close to any other Caesar dressing I've ever had. Service: For more than 5 minutes after the Caesar salad was served, I could not find my friendly waitress. Finally asked another server for a pepper grinder. The pizza could have been good if it wasn't so soggy and under cooked. Prime time Saturday night and Princi had barely half the tables occupied.

Great place! A little on the loud side but it was a Saturday night! Our server, Preston, was beyond AMAZING!!! Food was delicious!

I'm going to be as nice as I can. Service was good but the food was not. The Friday special is veal with risotto. The risotto was not cooked all the was. The veal had no salt. I replaced the risotto with pasta picatta and that was good. A lil too tart but it was the best thing I ate. The bruschetta was good except the grape tomatoes came off every time you picked it up to take a bite. I prefer chopped tomatoes because they stay on the bread. The grilled focaccia bread was good too. My date got the marinera pasta and he said it had way too much cheese so it was too rich and dry tasting. Not a place I'd ever return too.

What a shame that a decent restaurant can drop their standards and quality. This has never been a five star, but it was a fun little neighborhood lunch spot. It has been a while, so we gave it a try. I ordered a beet and feta flatbread. It was so thick and hard it had me launching flying beets at my dining partners. The meatball sub had enough I appeal, had it been warm, it may have been edible. Unfortunately it was served on the same thick hard dry bread. The table also got a cream pasta. Although it was edible it seemed very dull in comparison to flying beets

The bar service was a little slow and seemed to not be interested in helping me get a seat even though he saw me standing there. I took it upon myself to ask a woman to move her purse so I could sit down. The pizza was great though and had a lovely chat with the woman next to me. Just wish the bartender had been more attentive and helpful and it would have been five stars.

This is a great restaurant, good service and great atmosphere, definitely a neighborhood gem. However lately they close early and it is annoying to those who see the closing time and then arrive only to find that the kitchen has already closed. I think they should either change their published hours or just keep a couple people on until published closing time. If you think you will be pushing the closing time call ahead and make sure they know you are coming.

We had an amazing Sunday brunch here, for which they have a special menu. Peach Bellinis to start, quite refreshing. Small basket with several pieces of banana and pumpkin bread and focaccia, all delicious. Then a plate of poached eggs with hollandaise, crab cakes, small pieces of lobster and shrimp plus asparagus wrapped in prosciutto. All very nicely presented. Service was efficient. We would definitely come again.

Yesterday 10/06/23 we ordered out favorite pizza to @ the Preston and Royal location. The crust was perfect as well as the temperature. We loved it so much that ordered again today 10/07/23. The crust was totally chewy and it was cool despite the fact that we picked it up within 10 minutes. Either it wasn't cooked enough or it was prepared ahead of time. Either way quite disappointing!

Amazing ! Loved the quality of the food! The bread and cheese are divine. Loved the wine choices and the the ambiance ! Definitely coming back

We LOVE Princi! Lovely outdoor patio seating. The pasta is homemade and delicious. The salads are great as well. On the lighter side, the fish is always fresh and flavorful. Princi is GEM--and so consistent! We know we will have a great meal. I highly recommend a visit.

The food was good the service was beyond slow! We got here at 5, ordered by 5:15. Our appetizer didn't come out until 5:40 and at 6 my husband asked where our food was.. at 6:15 our pizza came and at 6:20 his steak came out. The manager walked by and asked how our evening was.. we shared our experience and he said, yes I heard the waiter say your food was taking a long time. (He never returned) At one point we didn't see our waiter for 13 minutes. Unfortunately, I wouldn't go back due to the service and lack of communication.

I've been driving by this restaurant on the way to the toll road for a long time, and finally hubby and I tried it last Wednesday, 11/30/22 at 4:30 PM using Resy for reservations, which weren't needed at that time, but the restaurant filled up by 6:30. We had excellent attentive service, the restaurant was decorated with holiday baubles, so it was nice, calm, and quiet. We started with the Italian wedding soup which was super tasty. We had a couple of martinis and they do have a cocktail list. We ended up getting a recommendation for a nice earthy Italian wine in our price range. We shared the Cacio a Pepe and Quattro Formaggi pastas and both were delicious. We ordered the Fig and Gorgonzola pizza which was delicious, and the Tartufo pizza, but the latter was a bit bland and hardly had any mushrooms on it. We took leftovers of everything and I will plus up that pizza and we'll enjoy part 2 at home. The dough was that great Neapolitan texture as they have a pizza oven. We finished with and shared their liquid dessert drink and tiramisu. The liquid desert is literally a dessert. A great experience and we look forward to returning!

Went here recently for dinner with some friends. Was really in the mood for pizza, so I ordered the Margherita pizza. What came out was something less than stellar. In fact, it was downright disappointing. First of all, there is the issue regarding presentation. The whole concept of eating a pizza at the table is the ability to keep the pie hot, or at least warm. Given the ambient outside temperature was about 92 and the inside temperature of the restaurant was around 72, it doesn't take a genius to figure out that hot dishes are going to cool fast, especially if the plate is not hot. My guests' plates were preheated to keep their entrees warm. My pizza, on the other hand, was placed on a pan that did not come from the oven. Therefore, what this restaurant might consider doing is having a small warming flame under the pan to keep the pie warm. Onto the pizza itself. Once again, presentation is everything. On the pizza were globs of mozzarella, some of which was not even cooked. And as for the sauce, you would think that they ladled it on with a teaspoon. In fact, I asked for extra sauce to put on the pie. What did our server do? Yes, she brought me extra sauce.....................that came directly from the refrigerator. I had to ask her again to bring me sauce that was hot so that I could put it on the pizza. Her response was, "Uh. Okay". It's almost like she didn't get the concept that putting something cold on something hot that is meant to be eaten hot is not good culinary practice. The figs/gorgonzola bread was excellent, but this is not enough to save this review. I'm giving it only two stars because maybe some of the other entrees might be better. However, based on the appearance of the entrees my guests had I will unequivocally state that this was my first and last visit to this restaurant. Italian food is not difficult to prepare. So I am not going to give a pass just because the chef may have had an off night. I can prepare much better pasta and sauce at home. Ciao Princi Italia!

Very noisy but still a good atmosphere. Better when weather permits and you can sit on the patio. Food and service is good as well. I do think bread should be made available but that seems like a dying tradition. Good wine list as well.

Wow! This is a hidden gem At Preston and royal. They have a beautiful little patio so as the weather gets nicer this will be a great place to sit outside. I can't say enough great things about the staff here from Tommy the bartender to Michael Mgr to Roberta server to Joy server to Pepe. They all lent something to the experience and I am a big fan! we made reservations and I would recommend because they do fill up fast on random nights. We sat at the bar to wait for our table and Tommy so graciously poured us the most delicious sparkling rosé and we met some regulars at the bar as well. Such a warm and inviting environment, and everything just smelled delicious. So once we got to our table we ordered the Golden Beet and Burrata salad. With chunks of watermelon and a delicious light sherry-thyme dressing it was delicious and refreshing. I will probably get this every time I go back. I opted for the Fig and Gorgonzola pizza and left off the prosciutto as a vegetarian option. It was magic! They have a wood-burning oven so the crust is insanely good. Di had The lemon soul piccata and she said it was divine. We had a sparkling rosé at the bar and then opted for "the pessimist" red blend wine for dinner. Everyone was wonderful, the service was excellent, the food was insanely good, and the ambience cannot be beat. I would highly recommend this restaurant for friends, family, date night, and be sure to ask for Roberta or Joy as servers. And be sure to say hello to Tommy at the bar, and Michael at the house stand. Tell them Peggy sent you for some extra care:)

I was in there recently on a slow weekday and a server was ill, coughing and hoping to get sent home. Management wouldn't. It was slow as hell and these guys aren't sending sick employees home and this is peak Covid (Jan 2021) Someone should sue...

Still a wonderful go-to neighborhood spot this is. At subsequent visits, I am leaning towards to their fantastic "Pizzas" and delicious "Pastas". Hit or miss it's been with their "Fish" entrees. Cheers!

Came in just before 9p for a glass of wine and dessert tonight. Bartender, Tommy, never smiled at me. Just looked at me and expected me to tell him what I needed. Weird. I got the Apple Crostata, which was AMAZING!! So good! But when I asked for a napkin, he gave me one bev nap Really?? Just one. Service sucked, but wine and dessert were good.